To set sail safely, boats intended for fishing require certain tools and supplies to be stored onboard. From marine winches to anchors, our team at Atlas Winch Hire & Hoist Services has curated a list of must-haves for your fishing boat. This article will guide you through the supplies you will need to stay safe…
Heavy-duty winches are the secret heroes of many different industries, providing both power and versatility when it comes to tackling demanding lifting or pulling tasks. From hoisting heavy machinery on construction sites to recovering stranded vehicles, these robust machines are essential for overcoming obstacles that would otherwise be impossible! With such a wide variety of…
Ship mooring may not appear to be one of the most challenging tasks in marine operations, but it is undoubtedly one of the most critical. Mooring keeps the ship in dock or prevents it from moving around in open waters. As vessels can face challenging conditions like strong wind, waves and currents while moored, careless…
Diesel winches are a great tool that can be used across a range of industrial and commercial sites. This is because they possess a stronger pulling power than manually operated winches, and are available in a wide range of sizes. As such, you can choose a winch that perfectly suits your requirements, helping you to…
In the marine industry, lots of resources are required to ensure that operations can be completed safely and efficiently. Equipment and machinery must be kept in top condition, where all crews need to be trained to operate the ship to a high standard. This is because conditions at sea can often be perilous, and human…
Winches are incredibly versatile pieces of machinery, where they can be used across a range of projects, supporting all kinds of industries. This is because they take the burden off of workers by making it easier to lift heavy loads – where this is required across countless projects for different logistical and construction goals. More…
A heavy duty engine hoist is a specialist piece of equipment that has been designed to carefully raise and lower bulky items. Usually, they are used to lift vehicle engines in and out of place, allowing for repairs or upgrades to be completed. They can be manually operated or electric, where some will function hands-free…
A winch is a handy pulling device for the construction industry, where it works by winding a rope or chain around a rotating drum. Whilst these mechanisms can be hand-operated, electric powered options are increasingly becoming a popular alternative. That’s because they can pull heavy loads without requiring manual effort from the on-site workforce. Electric…
Industrial projects require a wide range of equipment and machinery for their success, where these tools can help workers to manoeuvre heavy loads without endangering their safety. Collectively, the tools used to move loads from one place to another are known as rigging equipment, which can be specialist to construction, manufacturing or transportation industries. More…
A winch is a device designed to lift, pull and position heavy objects over a level surface or at a slight incline, handling lifting tasks by winding or unwinding cables around the winch drum. With many different winches on the market, from electric and air winches to hydraulic winches, it may not always be obvious…